【June is Food Education Month】Donation Platform "Syncable" Launches Multi-faceted Feature on Activities Supporting "Children's Food and Learning", Begins Accepting Applications from Organizations
Syncable, an online donation platform operated by STYZ Inc., will launch a special feature page highlighting activities of non-profit organizations that support children's food and learning, in conjunction with "Food Education Month" in June. Applications from organizations wishing to be featured are now being accepted.
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STYZ Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Tatsuya Tanaka), which operates the online donation platform "Syncable," will launch a special feature page to introduce campaigns by non-profit organizations that support activities for children's food and learning, and that work to create opportunities for learning and experiences related to food, taking into account diverse food cultures and regional circumstances, in observance of "Food Education Month" (Note 1) in June. In advance of this, we have begun accepting applications from organizations (Syncable user organizations and those considering new use) that wish to be featured on the special page, starting today.
Note 1: Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries "Food Education Month"
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/syokuiku/gekkan/index.html
Regarding Feature Page Inclusion
■Background for Launching the Feature Page: Connecting Diverse Fields Surrounding Children's "Food" with a Network of Solidarity
In contemporary Japan, various structural challenges exist in the environment surrounding children's "food." There are households for whom stable access to meals is hindered due to economic and social circumstances. Furthermore, issues arise in multiple aspects of life, welfare, and education, such as situations forcing children to eat alone due to weakened community ties, a lack of food safety nets during long school breaks when school lunches are not provided, and a decrease in opportunities to experience food culture.
In response to these challenges, community hubs like "Kodomo Shokudo" (children's cafeterias), where children can eat safely, are steadily expanding, with a projected 12,602 locations nationwide by fiscal year 2025 (Note 2). However, on the other hand, approximately 4.64 million tons of food loss are generated annually in Japan (estimated for fiscal year 2023) (Note 3). The "structural inequality in food resources and access," where children's right to food is not fully guaranteed, remains a significant issue that society as a whole must confront.
June of each year is designated as "Food Education Month" by the government, and many non-profit organizations strengthen their activities during this time. However, many organizations working on the front lines have expressed concerns such as, "We want to widely communicate the necessity of our activities, but individual outreach has its limits," and "Even when we launch donation campaigns, it's difficult to create opportunities to broaden recognition."
Therefore, Syncable will launch a feature page to introduce organizations working in various ways to improve children's access to food and create secure environments. This includes local Kodomo Shokudo, food pantries that help families access necessary food items, food banks linked to food loss reduction, and activities that provide learning experiences about diverse food cultures, including Japanese cuisine and dashi. Through this feature, we aim to visualize the background of social issues, the activities of each organization, and the use of donations, creating a space where individuals, companies, and community stakeholders who are interested can discover organizations and projects they can continuously engage with after understanding the issues.
Note 2: Source: NPO Musubie "2025 Fiscal Year Kodomo Shokudo Nationwide Locations Survey Final Figures"
https://musubie.org/news/press/30036
Note 3: Source: Ministry of the Environment "Announcement of Estimated Food Loss Amount in Japan (Fiscal Year 2023)"
https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_00002.html
■Regarding Inclusion in the June "Food Education Month" Feature Page
Starting today, we are accepting applications for donation campaigns (projects) to be featured on this special page (hosted on Syncable's official note).
The feature page will showcase donation campaigns on Syncable that are being conducted through a wide range of approaches, such as creating local community spaces, providing food support to families linked with food loss reduction, and conducting food education workshops that engage the senses. We aim to create a platform where media representatives and the general public can understand the current situation and background of issues related to children's "food," the activities of each organization, and how donations are used, enabling them to find support destinations (donation recipients) that align with their interests and empathy.
Details of This Feature Project
Eligible Campaigns (Projects)
We will consider campaigns by organizations in Japan that are working on the following themes:
Food Education
Kodomo Shokudo (Children's Cafeterias)
Food Banks, Food Pantries, Food Support
Inheritance of Food Culture
Other activities supporting children's food
*Eligible organizations are those that have an ongoing campaign (crowdfunding or monthly funding) on Syncable, or those that can launch a new campaign in conjunction with the feature.
*We will review the application details and notify you of acceptance. Please note that we may decline to feature certain content.
Application Form
Application Deadline
June 12, 2026 (Friday) 23:59
*Due to article production schedules, applications submitted after the deadline may be difficult to include. We encourage early applications.
Post-Application Flow
The Syncable Secretariat will contact all applicants via email regarding the next steps.
■Future Initiatives
Syncable has provided donation payment systems for numerous non-profit and social contribution activities. Moving forward, we will go beyond system provision and create diverse touchpoints connecting social issues with the public by launching special feature pages aligned with social anniversaries and awareness campaigns.
■About STYZ Inc.
We aim to implement new value in society by identifying issues from the perspective of stakeholders, and connecting people, markets, systems, and technology.
Donation Platform Business (Syncable): Promoting new inflows of funds to the non-profit sector.
Inclusive Design Business (CULUMU): Simultaneously solving corporate and social issues.
Technology Business (STYZ Tech): Creating human-centered experiences through next-generation technology.
R&D Business (Stakeholder Perspective Lab): Discovering and implementing sources of business growth for companies from social issues.
Company Name
STYZ Inc.
Representative
Tatsuya Tanaka, Representative Director and President
Capital
¥5,725,000
Sales
Not disclosed
Established
March 2016
Number of Employees
60 (including contractors)
HP
Corporate Site (https://styz.io/)
Donation Platform Business (https://syncable.biz/)
Inclusive Design Business (https://culumu.com/)
Technology Business (https://styz.io/tech)
R&D Business (https://styz.io/lab)
Location
Quest Court Harajuku 102, 3-59-4 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051
Note 1: Source: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries "Food Education Month"
https://www.maff.go.jp/j/syokuiku/gekkan/index.html
Regarding Feature Page Inclusion
■Background for Launching the Feature Page: Connecting Diverse Fields Surrounding Children's "Food" with a Network of Solidarity
In contemporary Japan, various structural challenges exist in the environment surrounding children's "food." There are households for whom stable access to meals is hindered due to economic and social circumstances. Furthermore, issues arise in multiple aspects of life, welfare, and education, such as situations forcing children to eat alone due to weakened community ties, a lack of food safety nets during long school breaks when school lunches are not provided, and a decrease in opportunities to experience food culture.
In response to these challenges, community hubs like "Kodomo Shokudo" (children's cafeterias), where children can eat safely, are steadily expanding, with a projected 12,602 locations nationwide by fiscal year 2025 (Note 2). However, on the other hand, approximately 4.64 million tons of food loss are generated annually in Japan (estimated for fiscal year 2023) (Note 3). The "structural inequality in food resources and access," where children's right to food is not fully guaranteed, remains a significant issue that society as a whole must confront.
June of each year is designated as "Food Education Month" by the government, and many non-profit organizations strengthen their activities during this time. However, many organizations working on the front lines have expressed concerns such as, "We want to widely communicate the necessity of our activities, but individual outreach has its limits," and "Even when we launch donation campaigns, it's difficult to create opportunities to broaden recognition."
Therefore, Syncable will launch a feature page to introduce organizations working in various ways to improve children's access to food and create secure environments. This includes local Kodomo Shokudo, food pantries that help families access necessary food items, food banks linked to food loss reduction, and activities that provide learning experiences about diverse food cultures, including Japanese cuisine and dashi. Through this feature, we aim to visualize the background of social issues, the activities of each organization, and the use of donations, creating a space where individuals, companies, and community stakeholders who are interested can discover organizations and projects they can continuously engage with after understanding the issues.
Note 2: Source: NPO Musubie "2025 Fiscal Year Kodomo Shokudo Nationwide Locations Survey Final Figures"
https://musubie.org/news/press/30036
Note 3: Source: Ministry of the Environment "Announcement of Estimated Food Loss Amount in Japan (Fiscal Year 2023)"
https://www.env.go.jp/press/press_00002.html
■Regarding Inclusion in the June "Food Education Month" Feature Page
Starting today, we are accepting applications for donation campaigns (projects) to be featured on this special page (hosted on Syncable's official note).
The feature page will showcase donation campaigns on Syncable that are being conducted through a wide range of approaches, such as creating local community spaces, providing food support to families linked with food loss reduction, and conducting food education workshops that engage the senses. We aim to create a platform where media representatives and the general public can understand the current situation and background of issues related to children's "food," the activities of each organization, and how donations are used, enabling them to find support destinations (donation recipients) that align with their interests and empathy.
Details of This Feature Project
Eligible Campaigns (Projects)
We will consider campaigns by organizations in Japan that are working on the following themes:
Food Education
Kodomo Shokudo (Children's Cafeterias)
Food Banks, Food Pantries, Food Support
Inheritance of Food Culture
Other activities supporting children's food
*Eligible organizations are those that have an ongoing campaign (crowdfunding or monthly funding) on Syncable, or those that can launch a new campaign in conjunction with the feature.
*We will review the application details and notify you of acceptance. Please note that we may decline to feature certain content.
Application Form
Application Deadline
June 12, 2026 (Friday) 23:59
*Due to article production schedules, applications submitted after the deadline may be difficult to include. We encourage early applications.
Post-Application Flow
The Syncable Secretariat will contact all applicants via email regarding the next steps.
■Future Initiatives
Syncable has provided donation payment systems for numerous non-profit and social contribution activities. Moving forward, we will go beyond system provision and create diverse touchpoints connecting social issues with the public by launching special feature pages aligned with social anniversaries and awareness campaigns.
■About STYZ Inc.
We aim to implement new value in society by identifying issues from the perspective of stakeholders, and connecting people, markets, systems, and technology.
Donation Platform Business (Syncable): Promoting new inflows of funds to the non-profit sector.
Inclusive Design Business (CULUMU): Simultaneously solving corporate and social issues.
Technology Business (STYZ Tech): Creating human-centered experiences through next-generation technology.
R&D Business (Stakeholder Perspective Lab): Discovering and implementing sources of business growth for companies from social issues.
Company Name
STYZ Inc.
Representative
Tatsuya Tanaka, Representative Director and President
Capital
¥5,725,000
Sales
Not disclosed
Established
March 2016
Number of Employees
60 (including contractors)
HP
Corporate Site (https://styz.io/)
Donation Platform Business (https://syncable.biz/)
Inclusive Design Business (https://culumu.com/)
Technology Business (https://styz.io/tech)
R&D Business (https://styz.io/lab)
Location
Quest Court Harajuku 102, 3-59-4 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051
FAQ
What is the purpose of Syncable's Food Education Month feature?
To widely introduce the activities of non-profit organizations supporting children's food and learning, raise awareness of social issues, and promote support through donations.
What kind of organization activities will be featured?
Organizations involved in food education, children's cafeterias, food banks, food support, and food culture inheritance, among other activities supporting children's food, are eligible.
How and by when can organizations apply to be featured?
Applications are accepted via the application form on Syncable's website. The deadline is June 12, 2026, 23:59.
What kind of services does Syncable offer?
As an online donation platform, it supports fundraising campaigns for non-profit organizations and connects them with supporters.
Which regions in Japan does this feature target?
Organizations operating within Japan are eligible, and support may connect to nationwide activities.